Development Inspector I, II, or III

Gwinnett County, GA - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 40900 - 65440

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Class Summary

Job Description
The function of Gwinnett County Department of Planning and Development is to promote and enhance the quality of life of residents visitors property owners and businesses of Gwinnett County. The Department accomplishes its mission through programs and services that encourage high quality development as well as maintenance and revitalization of existing neighborhoods. The Department consists of the following divisions: Development Planning Code Enforcement Building Customer Service Housing and Community Development Economic Development Infrastructure Planning and Administration. The Development Inspector position is assigned to the Development Inspections section of the Development Division.

Essential Duties

Conducting field inspections of residential multifamily commercial and industrial land development sites which includes clearing grading paving landscaping and stormwater best management practices for compliance with the applicable approved plans Federal State and County regulations and standards and erosion and sediment control requirements.
Preparing reports forms citations and other regulatory enforcement information and documenting in the department databases.
Responding to inquiries and concerns received from developers contractors homeowners and other customers pertinent to land development activities applicableregulations and standards erosion and sediment control requirements and required corrective actions.
Hosts pre-construction meetings as needed with property owners/developers contractors and engineers to review plans provide information concerning inspection process and ensure all additional required permits have been issued.
Performing other duties that support the objectives of the Development Inspections Section.

Minimum Qualifications
Development Inspector I

High School Diploma or G.E.D. AND three (3) years of related construction experience; OR
- an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to competently perform the essential duties of the position.
Valid drivers license from the state of residency.
NPDES Level 1-B Erosion Control Inspector certification must be obtained within six (6) months of employment.

Development Inspector II

High School Diploma or G.E.D. AND five (5) years of related construction experience to include two (2) years of regulation enforcement/inspection experience. OR
- an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to competently perform the essential duties of the position.
Valid drivers license from the state of residency.
NPDES Level 1-B Erosion Control Inspector certification must be obtained within six (6) months of employment.

Development Inspector III

High School Diploma or G.E.D. AND seven (7) years of related construction experience to include four (4) years of regulation enforcement/inspection experience; OR
- an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to competently perform the essential duties of the position.
Valid drivers license from the state of residency.
NPDES Level 1-B Erosion Control Inspector certification must be obtained within six (6) months of employment.
Certified Professional in Erosion and Sediment Control (CPESC) or Certified Arborist.

Salary and Grade
Salary will be dependent on education and experience.
Development Inspector I:
The grade for this position is B21(2).
The salary range for this position is: $40900 - $53170
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Development Inspector II:
The grade for this position is B23(2).
The salary range for this position is: $483370 - $62838
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Development Inspector III:
The grade for this position is B24(2).
The salary range for this position is: $52567 - $68337
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Effective 4/11/2023 this position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program.

Note:The class specifications listed on this website are not the official class specifications for Gwinnett County and are subject to change.

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Additional Information

About Gwinnett County

Welcome to Gwinnett County Government

Gwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer that believes in investing in its employees by providing corporate level benefits a wellness program professional development opportunities career advancement and more

Careers with impact

Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities safe neighborhoods plentiful greenspace and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff residents and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.

Exceptional benefits

Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits including health coverage a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate too!) onsite employee wellness center longevity pay tuition reimbursement and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individuals total compensation.

World-class community

More than a million residents make up Gwinnetts diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.

Gwinnett County is an award-winning employer!

Atlantas Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!

Vision
Gwinnett is the preferred community where everyone thrives!

Mission
Gwinnett proudly supports our vibrantly connected community by delivering superior services.

Values
Integrity: We believe in being honest building trust and having strong moral principles.
Accountability: We believe in stewardship transparency and sustainability.
Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.
Inclusivity: We believe in engaging embracing and unifying our communities.
Innovation: We believe in continual adaptation of technology process and experience.

Hiring Process
Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process please click the links below:

Hiring Process
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Class SummaryJob DescriptionThe function of Gwinnett County Department of Planning and Development is to promote and enhance the quality of life of residents visitors property owners and businesses of Gwinnett County. The Department accomplishes its mission through programs and services that encoura...